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December 26, 2012

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Becky Polaski

Will Wortman receives a candy cane from Santa Claus prior to the start of the varsity boys' basketball game at Elk County Catholic High School on Saturday night. Santa made his annual appearance at the team's final home contest before Christmas and visited with a number of youngsters to hear their last-minute gift requests.

December 22, 2012

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Patty McLaughlin

The Daily Press recently concluded its Kids' Calendar contest. Twelve youngsters were chosen by votes from the community to each represent a month in the calendar. Area residents sent in $1 to vote for the child of their choice, with a portion of the proceeds going to Project Gifts for Elk County.

December 18, 2012

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Victoria Stanish

This angel and shepherd were among several youngsters who participated in the First United Methodist Church's Living Nativity.
Area residents stopped by the pavilion of the on South Michael Road each evening during the weekend to view a live Nativity portrayed by church members and their animal friends. The display helped people experience the joy of the Nativity and refocus on the spiritual meaning of Christmas.

December 18, 2012

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Victoria Stanish

Area residents stopped by the pavilion of the First United Methodist Church on South Michael Road each evening during the weekend to view a live Nativity portrayed by church members and their animal friends. The display helped people experience the joy of the Nativity and refocus on the spiritual meaning of Christmas.

December 17, 2012

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Victoria Stanish

Photo by Victoria Stanish
Santa Claus and friends in the Cursillo of Elk and Cameron counties recently stopped by Elk Haven Nursing Home to entertain the residents. Santa was very jolly, as expected-- he sang, danced and even did the polka. Shown is Santa with Elk Haven resident Ruth Meyer.

December 17, 2012

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Victoria Stanish

Santa Claus and friends in the Cursillo of Elk and Cameron counties recently stopped by Elk Haven Nursing Home to entertain the residents. Santa was very jolly, as expected-- he sang, danced and even did the polka. Shown is Santa dancing with a youngster.

December 17, 2012

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Victoria Stanish

Greg Snelick, played a few holiday tunes for Santa Claus and friends in the Cursillo of Elk and Cameron counties, when they group recently stopped by Elk Haven Nursing Home to entertain the residents. Santa was very jolly, as expected-- he sang, danced and even did the polka.

December 16, 2012

December 16, 2012

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Amy Cherry

This ballerina performs in the window of April School of Dance in front of a packed crowd outside. Dancers also performed a variety of routines inside as part of downtown St. Marys' annual Light Up Night festivities.